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NBA News / Total Apex Fantasy Sports / April 29

Boston Celtics vs. Orlando Magic Game 5 DFS Start Em’ Sit Em’| April 29th, 2025

The Celtics are one game away from advancing through the playoffs as they face off against the Orlando Magic. Paolo Banchero has been on fire despite the losses, but it’s been difficult to get his teammates to contribute, with a couple of exceptions.

NBA News / Boston Celtics on SI / April 29

Telling Stats Suggests Celtics vs Magic Series is Over

The Boston Celtics will look to close out their first-round series on Tuesday when they host the Orlando Magic for Game 5. The Celtics hold a commanding 3-1 lead in the series, and they will likely put this series to bed in five.

Payton Pritchard News / The Lead / April 29

Sixth Man Payton Pritchard is the Ultimate Underdog

Payton Pritchard was named the 2024-2025 Kia NBA’s Sixth Man of the Year after averaging 14.3 points, 3.8 rebounds and 3.5 assists per game. The Celtics’ point guard has been the most consistent bench option in the entire league.

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NBA News / Boston Celtics on SI / April 29

Breaking Down Potential Celtics, Knicks Matchup

The Boston Celtics and the New York Knicks are both up 3-1 in the first round, with the Celtics leading the Orlando Magic and the Knicks leading the Detroit Pistons.

Kristaps Porzingis News / Boston Celtics on SI / April 29

Kristaps Porzingis Reveals How Celtics Found Cracks in Magic Gameplan

The Boston Celtics are one win away from advancing to the Eastern Conference semifinals for the fourth consecutive season. The Celtics are currently up

Boston Celtics News / Yardbarker / April 29

To defend title, Celtics must get back to their offensive philosophy

The Boston Celtics have begun their title defense in a bit of a funk. Despite leading their first-round series against the Orlando Magic 3-1, they have struggled to get their typically high-powered offense into gear.

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Joe Mazzulla News / Fadeaway World / April 29

'No One's Been Arrested' - Joe Mazzulla On If The Magic Have Gone Too Far With Their Physicality

Some Boston Celtics players have been up in arms about the level of physicality that the Orlando Magic have played with in their first-round series. Jayson Tatum, Jaylen Brown, and Kristaps Porzingis have all suffered injuries of some kind, but head coach Joe Mazzulla isn't complaining about how the Magic are playing.

Jayson Tatum News / Boston Celtics on SI / April 29

Celtics Notes: One Player to Miss Game 5, Tatum Talks Exchange on Sideline, More

After the Orlando Magic barely squeaked out a 95-93 victory, the Boston Celtics came roaring back with another victory in Game 4, 107-98. Now, they are looking to seal the deal and move on to round two of the 2025 NBA Playoffs.

NBA News / Athlon Sports / April 29

Celtics Rule Out $134 Million Star vs. Magic

The Orlando Magic are set to face the Boston Celtics on Tuesday for Game 5. The Celtics have a 3-1 series advantage over the Magic and look to finish it on their home floor.

NBA News / Athlon Sports / April 28

Locker Room Video Emerges After Celtics-Magic Game 4

After losing Game 3 to the Orlando Magic, the Boston Celtics bounced back and won Game 4, winning 107-98. With the win, the Celtics have a 3-1 lead going back to Boston, where they'll have the chance to finish off the Magic.

Jayson Tatum News / Boston Celtics on SI / April 28

Celtics' Jayson Tatum Scored More Points Than Entire Magic Team

The Boston Celtics are looking to close out the Orlando Magic after taking a 3-1 lead and heading back home for Game 5. Jayson Tatum led the way with 37 points, 14 rebounds, and three steals as it proved to be too much for the Magic, especially in the final moments of the game.

Boston Celtics News / Yardbarker / April 28

Celtics must do whatever it takes to keep Al Horford

Horford is still capable of playing high-level winning basketball.

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NBA News / Hoops Rumors / April 28

Celtics announce status of Jrue Holiday for Game 5

Veteran guard Jrue Holiday, who has missed the past two games of the Celtics‘ series vs. Orlando due to a right hamstring strain, will remain sidelined for Game 5 on Tuesday.

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Jaylen Brown News / Athlon Sports / April 28

Celtics Make Big Jaylen Brown Announcement on Monday

The Boston Celtics hold a commanding 3-1 series lead over the Orlando Magic in the first round of the NBA playoffs. Boston has arguably the most star-studded

NBA News / Field Level Media / April 28

Celtics out for more with chance to finish off Magic in Game 5

The Boston Celtics can reach the next step in their quest to repeat as NBA champions with a chance to wrap up their Eastern Conference first-round playoff series against the visiting Orlando Magic in Game 5 on Tuesday night.

Joe Mazzulla News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 28

Celtics coach Joe Mazzulla downplays Magic’s physicality: ‘No one’s been arrested’

Much has been made about the level of physicality in the Boston Celtics vs. Orlando Magic first-round playoff series, but Boston coach Joe Mazzulla is apparently fine with it.

Boston Celtics News / Yardbarker / April 28

Jayson Tatum joins elite company with Celtics' Game 4 win

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Al Horford News / Fastbreak on SI / April 27

Al Horford Made NBA History In Celtics-Magic Game

On Sunday evening, the Boston Celtics beat the Orlando Magic (in Florida) by a score of 107-98. They now have a commanding 3-1 lead in the series. Al Horford finished the victory with six points, six rebounds, two assists and five blocks while shooting 2/7 from the field in 35 minutes of playing time.